2. Download the 2015 Educator’s Manual. Review section H, Guidelines for collecting data on Student Performance, pages 36-41.
3. Review the Introduction to MCAS-Alt PowerPoint. This will give you a flavor of what is expected in the alternate assessment portfolio. Be sure that you understand how to collect primary evidence of learner performance.
4. In addition, please look for the Sample Portfolios available on the website.
If you are new to alternate assessment, this will give those who have never constructed a portfolio a little flavor without totally overwhelming you.
Preliminary Investigation for Deb Hand's Guest Appearance
Please do this in preparation for class with Deb on Saturday March 8
1. Study this site www.mcas-alt.org/materials
2. Download the 2015 Educator’s Manual. Review section H, Guidelines for collecting data on Student Performance, pages 36-41.
3. Review the Introduction to MCAS-Alt PowerPoint. This will give you a flavor of what is expected in the alternate assessment portfolio. Be sure that you understand how to collect primary evidence of learner performance.
4. In addition, please look for the Sample Portfolios available on the website.
For class: Please be prepared to discuss your thoughts about how assessment might drive meaningful instruction.